The University of Tennessee recognizes the valuable contributions of those persons giving freely of their time and talents for the benefit of the University without compensation. These persons are “VOLUNTEERS” in every sense of the word. Thus, it is important that departments follow their campus/institute policies and guidelines to ensure that these individuals are properly registered.

Effective January 1, 2012, Tennessee state law requires that the work authorization status of all newly hired employees must be verified through the federal E-Verify program. The E-Verify process must be completed within 3 days of an employee’s hire date. Failure to comply with these regulations can result in substantial penalties to the University, with fines up to $2,500 per violation and $2,500 per person not properly verified. The…